Rail operator Iarnród Éireann has appointed Jim Meade as its new chief executive.
Mr Meade is replacing David Franks, who left in March to become CEO of Keolis Downer in Australia.
The Co Clare native has been acting CEO since that time.
Mr Meade had previously been Director Train Operations at Iarnród Éireann since March 2013 and was responsible for the delivery of all passenger and freight services.
"At a time of great change and opportunity for Iarnród Éireann, Jim's leadership will ensure that our rail network and services can play the strongest possible role in addressing economic and societal issues such as congestion and sustainability; achieve a financially sustainable future for the company; and most importantly deliver a safe and customer focused service," commented the company's chairman Frank Allen.
